Front Desk Receptionist/Optometric Assistant at HMB Optometry

Coastside411; Half Moon Bay (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Matching 401K

Job summary

Coastside411 is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist/Optometric Assistant for their Eye Care practice in Half Moon Bay, CA. The ideal candidate should be efficient, reliable, and personable, with experience in customer service and medical settings.

The role involves greeting patients, answering calls, managing data, and assisting with office operations. Full-time employees are offered medical benefits, paid time off, and a matching 401K. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service and/or receptionist in a medical setting preferred.
• Must be able to work Saturdays.
• Strong organization skills and respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients with a warm, welcoming demeanor.
• Answer phone calls and respond to patients’ needs.
• Pre-test patients and conduct visual field testing.

Skills

Customer service experience

Proficiency in Excel

Spanish speaking

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Patient management app

EHR system

Job description

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with three professional references to [e-mail].

Front Desk Receptionist/Optometric Assistant at HMB Optometry

We are looking for a long‑term efficient, reliable, personable, and experienced Front Desk Receptionist/Optometric Assistant to join our established Eye Care practice located in Half Moon Bay, CA.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients with a warm, welcoming demeanor
• Answer phone calls, and respond to text messages and emails in a timely manner to address patients’ needs
• Assist in cleaning the office, glasses, and bathroom
• Support optical staff in maintaining productive, efficient flow to the office
• Pre-test patients and conduct visual field testing, OCTs
• Data entry on an EHR system, submission of jobs to Eyefinity, Eyemed/MESvision
• Track inventory
• Help to promote new services and our business
• Be willing to go the extra mile for patients
• Spanish speaking preferred
• Other duties as required by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service and/or receptionist, in a medical setting preferred
• Experience working on Patient management app a plus
• Must be able to work Saturdays
• Proficient with basic computer programs, an expert in Excel preferred
• Strong organization, detail-oriented, and time management
• Professional personal demeanor who is respectful to patients, doctors, and team members
• Work well as an individual and team member
• Must be able to demonstrate previous experience and how this has prepared you for this position

Benefits

Pay is determined by experience. Paid time off, Medical benefits, and a matching 401K available to full‑time employees.

Job Types

Part‑time, Full‑time

Education

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience

• Client Services & Customer Support: 1 year (Preferred)
• Medical receptionist: 1 year (Preferred)

Location

As of January 2026

Resource Center
508 Main St., Half Moon Bay